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SUCCESS!! Now fully funded... and STILL GROWING!

All rewards including sticker packs will include a sticker from the new design making a total of 5 unique stickers!

3rd FUNDING GOAL: NEW CARDS! ($10,000) SUCCESS!!

Help me design and print NEW full-color postcards to include with all printed cookbook rewards and future cookbook orders.

I also plan to distribute the cards at Berlin's upcoming international travel blogger conference, Travel Massive.

The cards will help me promote The Lotus and the Artichoke at yoga studios, health food stores, bookstores, kitchen shops, restaurants, cafés, and other places where veggie-friendly peeps can find them.

4th FUNDING GOAL: NEW T-SHIRTS! ($11,500)

I will design a new The Lotus and the Artichoke T-shirt.

Artwork will be based on the Lotus and Artichoke Hands miniature painting.

All backers getting rewards including a T-shirt will get their choice of T-shirt design: original Globe and Banners design on heather green, or the new shirt design!

Check out the new 2x T-SHIRT REWARD! (ONLY $65!)

REMEMBER: The ENGLISHandGERMAN editions of the cookbook are available as rewards from this Kickstarter project!

The Lotus and the Artichoke cookbook:

216 pages of tantalizing recipes, photographs, tips and tricks

100+ vegan recipes inspired by world travel and over 20 years of dedicated kitchen experiences

90+ full-color, full-page, delicious food photos

Stories & photos from my travels to nearly 40 countries

Cool, custom artwork: Hand-carved blockprints & miniature paintings

Easy to follow layouts, description, and details on how to prepare delicious and stunningly beautiful meals

In 2012 my first Kickstarter project The Lotus and the Artichoke - Vegan Cookbook was successful with the help of over 360 amazing backers from around the world. In December, the first edition was printed: 1000
copies in full color, featuring over 100 recipes and more than 90
full-page, mouth-watering photographs. The Lotus and the Artichoke quickly became an international sensation!

Now we're almost ready to print the German edition...

...and re-print the English edition!

Because of the costs involved in printing a book of this quality and complexity, I am asking for your help.
Hundreds of enthusiastic backers made my first book possible – even
with the doubling of project expenses to upgrade the cookbook format and
production, and to ship all rewards international priority airmail.

BOTH cookbooks are available as rewards from this Kickstarter Project!

Why publish a German edition?

In 2001, I made Berlin my home. I want to give back something meaningful to the community, city, and country where I live and work.

After dedicating years to learning German, what better way to
show my appreciation than publishing a book in the language?

Interest in vegan cookbooks and the vegetarian culinary scene in Germany have grown impressively in the last ten years.

To improve awareness of vegan cooking and international cuisine to the worldwide German-speaking public: in Austria, Switzerland, Germany, and other countries.

Just some of the recipes:

Veg Manchurian (Indo-Chinese)

Chili Paneer-Tofu (Indo-Chinese)

Eggplant Basil Coconut Curry (Thailand)

Moroccan Stuffed Squash (Morocco)

Masala Dosa and Sambar (South India)

Veg Biryani (South India)

Malai Kofta Curry (North India)

Gobi Tikka - Cauliflower (North India)

Persian Eggplant (Iran/Germany)

Orange Tempeh Teriyaki (Hawaii/Japan)

Mushroom-Tofu Stroganoff (Germany/Russia)

Knödel & Rotkohl (Germany)

Spätzle (Austria)

Broccoli Quiche (France/USA)

Spaghetti and Notmeatballs (Italy/USA)

Smokey Zucchini Lasagna (Italy/USA)

Cashew Mushroom Risotto (Italy/Germany)

Seared Pears & Walnuts on Arugula (French/Canadian)

Ginger Lemon Chickpea Sprouts (India/USA)

Black Bean Burgers (USA)

3-Bean Cajun Chili (USA)

African-Asian Red Curry (Kenya/Thailand)

Mango and Pear Crumble (Germany/USA)

Paradise Pineapple Pancakes (Thailand)

and over 75 more recipe adventures!

Einige Rezepte aus dem Kochbuch:

Veg Manchurian (Indo-Chinesisch)

Chili-Paneer-Tofu (Indo-Chinesisch)

Aubergine-Basilikum-Kokos-Curry (Thailand)

Marokkanisch gefüllter Kürbis (Marokko)

Masala Dosa und Sambar (Südindien)

Veg Biryani (Südindien)

Malai Kofta Curry (Nordindien)

Gobi Tikka - Blumenkohl (Nordindien)

Persische Aubergine (Iran/Deutschland)

Orange-Tempeh-Teriyaki (Hawaii/Japan)

Champignon-Tofu-Stroganoff (Deutschland/Rußland)

Knödel und Rotkohl (Deutschland)

Vegane Käsespätzle (Östereich)

Zwiebelkuchen (Deutschland)

Brokkoli-Quiche (Frankreich/USA)

Spaghetti und Gemüsebällchen (Italien/USA)

Zucchini-Lasagne (Italien/USA)

Cashew-Pilz-Risotto (Italien/Deutschland)

Birne und Walnüsse auf Rucola (Franko-kanadisch)

Ingwer-Zitrone-Kichererbsensprossen (Indien/USA)

Black-Bean-Burger (USA)

Cajun 3-Bohnen-Chili (USA)

Afrikanisch-asiatisches Rotes Curry (Kenia/Thailand)

Mango-Birnen-Streusel (Deutschland/USA)

Paradies-Ananas-Pfannkuchen (Thailand)

und 75 weitere kulinarische Abenteuer!

Who is this cookbook for?

However you choose to define
your diet and lifestyle, there's something special for everyone who is turned on by
delicious, gorgeous, compassionate, creative international cooking.

The Lotus and the Artichoke isn't
set on perfectionism, purity, or politics. It's about possibilities:
This is a tribute to world flavor, an inspiration to spice up your life,
and an open-minded invitation to join me on culinary adventures through
world cuisines from around the world.

Why I need your support:

Help fund the first printing of the German cookbook

Support the second printing of the English cookbook

Provide backing for international shipping expenses

Enable me to fairly compensate my professional translator, Julia

Share the inspiration, experience, and adventure with everyone!

How you can help:

Show your support with a pledge!

Pick a great reward and sponsor generously!

Share this Kickstarter project with your friends and followers on Facebook and Twitter. Be proud of your support!

"Justin has an unmatched knack for veganizing both popular and obscure dishes from around the world. In The Lotus and the Artichoke, he demonstrates his flair for international cuisine with over 100 easy and flavorful recipes spanning the globe. All the mouth-watering food photos and riveting travel stories he includes are the icing on the cake."– Chef Amber Shea (USA), Practically Raw & Practically Raw Desserts

"Take a trip across the globe without even leaving your kitchen with
Justin's gorgeous new vegan cookbook, The Lotus and the Artichoke! It contains page after page of mouth-watering pictures and recipes from countries all over Asia, Europe, Africa, and the
Americas."– Bianca Phillips (USA), Cookin' Crunk - Eatin' Vegan in the Dirty South

"The Lotus and the Artichoke
is a must have for great vegan recipes from all different cultures.
Whether you're living the life in paradise or trapped in the middle of
the zombie apocalypse, these recipes will make you feel as if you
traveled to the unique places that inspired them."– Jon & Chris (USA), The Vegan Zombie

"The Lotus and the Artichoke is a great source for delicious vegan
dishes from all over the globe. We love how the detailed recipes are
presented along with a personal story from Justin, plus mouth-watering
food photography. If you are looking for creative vegan recipes, this is
the place!"– Dani & Jess (Germany/USA), Globetrotter Girls

"Judging
by the photos and awesome recipes, this is a
must-have in your kitchen collection. I'm especially excited because
there's such a focus on world cuisines. I definitely support this
project and you should too!"– Paul Jarvis (Canada),Eat Awesome

"The Lotus and the Artichoke is bursting at the seams with innovative, healthy, and seriously flavorful inspiration. What a diverse and exotic arsenal of recipes from around the world... I want to try absolutely every recipe!"– Frances Prema Harjeet (USA), Lila Blog

"This is a book that will open your mind to new tastes, new lands,
and new adventures. I'm really looking forward to making these recipes
with my family and teaching my young children about how our simple food
choices can have such a profound impact on our health, the lives of
animals, and our planet."– Kristen Palana (Italy), Aura's House & Veggie Propaganda

"I've
had the chance to get to know Justin over the past few months in
Berlin. If you spend just a short while talking with him, you're
guaranteed to come away feeling better about yourself... and the
universe. His passion for life and interest in travel and food is
palpable. And trust me: his cooking is delicious... and I'm not even
vegan!"– Adam Groffman (USA), Travels of Adam

"I'm proudly supporting Justin's The Lotus and the Artichoke because he's a fellow traveler following his dream and sharing his passion with the world. The food pics leave me drooling!"– Niall Doherty (Ireland), Disrupting the Rabblement

"I
just received your cookbook! It is a delicious masterpiece. So many
dishes I've never tried as well. I can't wait to get cookin'!"– Jennifer (Canada)

"I just got my copy of the book! It truly is a work of art. Thank you so much!"– Carlos (Ecuador)

"Best
vegan cookbook EVER! I just ordered another to give to a friend. Thank you so much for your wonderful contribution to cruelty-free
cooking."– Elizabeth (USA)

"We
love your book! I also gave it to a family friend who has been vegan for about 10 years. He said it was the
best vegan book he has ever seen!"– Monika (South Africa)

"The
color photographs are beautiful and make me want to try the recipes out
even more! I have many vegan cookbooks, but this one is truly unique."– Alexis (USA)

"I got
my book last week and have been drooling over it ever since! I love
all of the photos and stories. I'm planning
dinner parties over the next couple of months so that I can share all
this wondrous goodness with my friends."– Sara (USA)

Risks and challenges

My first Kickstarter project brought me in-depth insight and understanding of what it takes – and what can go funky – when self-publishing, promoting, and distributing a cookbook.

Hidden costs lurk behind every corner. Tasks often demand more time than expected. The best shirts might cost three times what you hoped. A book weight difference of 70 grams can mean $2000 more in postal expenses. Preparing, packing, and posting 400 packages in 10 days is insane, but possible. Production partners may dramatically raise prices, make faulty estimates, and send your personal representative on holiday when you need them most. I know about all of these things, very well.

Expenses quickly grow and add up. A commitment to creating excellent rewards and fulfilling them on time requires significant financial, emotional, and time investments. My previous experiences have proven I can endure major challenges and exceed expectations.

I have an established network of recipe testers, translation helpers, proofreaders, and designers to consult with to ensure success and satisfaction.

FAQ

To make the cookbook as practical and useable as possible to people from all over the world, I do my best to use a combination of both metric and US measurements for the recipes. This goes for volume, weight, and lengths – which are usually provided in cups, table/teaspoons, liters/milliliters, grams and ounces, inches and centimeters/millimeters. Temperatures are in degrees Fahrenheit and Centigrade, and gas level.

Most of the recipes use ingredients found at any medium-sized grocery store or supermarket. Other spices and items can be found at Asian shops and specialty "ethnic" food stores. The cookbook will include a short section on suggested spices, specialty ingredients, and where to find them.

Asides from tofu and soy milk (used in several of the recipes), the recipes rarely require any specialty, hard-to-find vegan or vegetarian ingredients. Having a local health food or organic store is helpful, but should not be absolutely necessary.

Most of the recipes in this cookbook are for intermediate cooks and people looking to expand their understanding and experience with world cuisines and creative vegan kitchen arts. This is a fancy way of saying if you're an absolute beginner, you may find the book challenging-- but still stimulating and inspiring!

Basically, if you understand the fundamentals of cooking, can work a stove, hold a pot, know how to use measuring cups and can count to ten, you will be fine with most of the recipes. If you can work slightly more fancy kitchen tools like a food processor or immersion blender, it should be smooth sailing.

I encourage everyone to enjoy, experiment, and focus on learning and fun, not fear of failure.

Sure! It's easy. Just click on the bright blue "Manage Your Pledge" button at the top right of this project page. You can upgrade your pledge amount and reward and confirm everything in less than 60 seconds. (I know: I do it all the time with Kickstarter projects I'm backing.)

Yes! You can order the English book or pre-order the German cookbook with PayPal or a bank transfer (Überweisung), separate from Kickstarter and this campaign, but it will still help my project! Please send me a message, or an email to: lotusartichoke@gmail.com

Yes, my first Kickstarter project was very sucessful and got 220% funding. With my original estimates and design plans, I could have printed a few hundred copies of both the English and German cookbook. However, the upgrade to 216 pages in full color with over 100 photographs, additional recipes, and the decision to print 1000 copies in English actually cost almost 3x my original quote from the printer! Most of my other expenses were doubled, too, including spending $3000 on postage to ship all rewards international priority airmail.

In short, another crowdfunding campaign is the best way to achieve the additional funding needed for the German edition production costs: 1000+ copies of the German edition every bit as impressive as the English cookbook.

Lastly, I met and interacted with so many amazing people from my first Kickstarter project, and found a large international audience for the cookbook. I'm excited to be back, and can't wait for more incredible, positive feedback from you when you get the rewards!

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STYLE CHEF: The Lotus and the Artichoke T-SHIRT + a signed, printed copy of the COOKBOOK (German or English) with stickers & bookmark + eBOOK (English or German) (Shipping to US & Germany included. Please add $7 for other countries.)

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ART GURU: an 8x12" (21x30cm) hand-printed The Lotus and the Artichoke BLOCKPRINT (signed, numbered, limited edition of 50). (Add a signed, printed copy of the cookbook in English or German, with stickers & bookmark +$20!)

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BERLIN DINNER PARTY: An exclusive invitation to a 5-course dinner party event featuring original recipes from The Lotus and the Artichoke cookbook, hosted and prepared by the author! (Event location & date to be determined) (Add a signed, printed copy of the cookbook in English or German, with stickers & bookmark +$20!)

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I will travel to a European destination of your choice, stay with locals, and work with your specifications to research and create 3 CUSTOM VEGAN RECIPES for a SPECIAL BLOG FEATURE and Mini-eBOOK dedicated to you as the official backer. I will document the 3 to 5 day trip with original artwork, photographs, and videos. You will receive 2 personal postcards with unique stamps, 2 pieces of original artwork (sketches, small paintings, or prints) from the journey and a signed, printed cookbook (English or German)